FDDI Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used FDDI
Ulf Haase
Last position:
Configuration Manager (Interim) at In-house Development
- Requirements analysis and replacement of local SharePoint as CMDB with open source NetBox to prepare for deploying Cisco ACI (SD-WAN) with Microsoft Azure
- Coordination with systems like Checkmk and Grasp
- Introduction and coordination of cmdbsyncer as CMDB data hub; further development of the syncer with Kuhn & Ruess GmbH
- Implementation of SNMPv3 on AIX LPAR/VIO, Linux, Windows, SAN/storage, network components (Cisco switches, F5 load balancers, Palo Alto and CheckPoint firewalls, iLO boards)
- Deployment and further development of the network scanner JDisc in cooperation with the vendor (Utimaco HSMs, Linux detection)
- Integration of NetBox, JDisc, and cmdbsyncer into the infrastructure using Docker containers
- End-user training: preparation, creation of materials, and delivery
- Creation of data flow and network diagrams
- Population and planning of IPv4/IPv6 with NetBox including VLAN import
- Dual-stack setup of servers and clients with IPv4 and IPv6
- Connection of REST interfaces for Checkmk, JDisc, vSphere, HMC, i-doit, NetBox Software: Confluence, Jira, MS Office 365, Teams, i-doit, NetBox, JDisc, cmdbsyncer, DB Visualizer, vSphere, HMC
Mustafa Kederoglu
Last position:
Senior Network Design and Engineer at Helaba
Designed and specified the technical network integration of a new business-critical application system (MUREX) in the capital markets area in a complex interface and outsourcing environment.
Created component specifications, a catalog of measures and an implementation plan.
Ensured proper integration of the developed results in line with the bank’s framework: IT compliance, IT security, change and release management.
Selected and integrated a new service provider for the bank; moved critical bank applications to the provider.
Designed, implemented and supported the new Cisco network and Fortinet security setup at the service provider data center.
Acted as technical interface between the bank, service providers and consulting partners.
Supported and further developed the network and security infrastructure (clients, servers, networks); performed error analysis and implemented solutions within agreed service levels.
Analyzed and diagnosed all security and network failures, glitches and malfunctions.
Initiated continuous improvements to ensure efficient resource use and acceptable response times for users.
Provided network support in a financial services organization and prepared operational changes on production banking network infrastructure for both large and small projects within strict change management discipline.
Designed, defined, tested, governed and improved engineering standards.
Performed the role of network architect for medium to large projects involving team resources.
Luca Pacor
Last position:
ERP Program Manager at Fiserv
The client is undergoing a comprehensive transformation. All SAP ECC landscapes worldwide are being migrated to SAP S/4HANA, with the goal of introducing a global standard template.
The program also includes the migration and modernization initiative "RISE with SAP", which may involve migrating selected country installations to the SAP Private Cloud.
On the stakeholder side, the program's reporting line extends up to the company's board and the implementation partner's board.
Fiserv Germany's ERP landscape currently includes several non-standard SAP tools and applications that extend the ECC environment's functionality and often integrate with downstream systems. As part of the move to SAP S/4HANA, it is essential to assess the core functionality, integration points, and future viability of these applications to determine their alignment with the target architecture.
The focus of the role is to provide expert advice and assessment to define the scope, strategy, and roadmap for migrating Fiserv Germany's SAP ECC system to SAP S/4HANA.
SAP's recommended best practices are followed, and a structured approach is used to ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption while maximizing business value.
This assessment forms the basis for a successful SAP S/4HANA transformation, ensuring alignment with industry best practices, regulatory compliance, and future scalability.
Migration strategy definition – evaluating available transition approaches based on business objectives, technical feasibility, and SAP best practices.
Technical readiness assessment – conducting a system analysis to assess compatibility, custom code impact, data volume management, integration points, and infrastructure readiness for SAP S/4HANA.
Business process impact analysis – reviewing the latest business process documentation to define the scope and effort needed to implement required functions in SAP S/4HANA and identify process optimization opportunities.
Roadmap for non-SAP systems and applications – evaluating third-party and legacy applications for SAP S/4HANA integration and recommending consolidation, migration, or replacement strategies.
Deployment & implementation planning – defining a phased rollout approach, including project timelines, risk mitigation strategies, and key milestones aligned with business priorities.
The transformation is carried out in phases: the discovery phase leads to the explore phase, which then leads to the design phase and finally to the implementation phase.
Program management
Change management
Requirements management
Transition management
Stakeholder management
Risk management
Comprehensive coordination
André Görst
Last position:
IT Consulting Project Management / Engineering Subproject Management at T-Systems (on assignment for government agencies)
- Projects for federal networks (NdB).
- CR management, EoL change requests, design and documentation according to ITSCM.
- Data center planning.
- Project management and engineering subproject management.
- Software development for virtual server environments according to BSI.
Michael Eilers
Last position:
Software Developer at Continental
- Supported a telematics component in the automotive sector with SELinux and open-source license management.
- Products: SELinux, iMX8, ScanCode.
- Skills: Linux, firmware development, Python.
Pierre Gronau
Last position:
Ansible Automation, Windows Third Level Support at DB InfraGO AG
- PRISMA project
- Ansible automation
- Windows third level support for Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows 2013, Windows 2016, Windows 2019
Michael Schneider
Last position:
Support Technician Windows Environment at Greentech
- Continued an interim project (3 days per week)
- Imaging computers
- Switching Active Directory accounts
- Delivery/setup of computers and user training
- Field support for issues
- Active Directory support of computer accounts
- Exchange administration
- VPN deployment
- Backup management
- Device and license management in the database
- 1st and 2nd level support
Andreas Bode
Last position:
Oracle Applications DBA at Pyur
- EBS 12.1 to 12.2.11 upgrade (DB 12 to 19)
- Cloning process automation
- HTTPS migration
- Performance analysis and performance tuning
- Error analysis
- Cloning
- Patching
- Backup and recovery concept analysis and evaluation
- Disaster recovery tests
Holger Bahmann
Last position:
Senior Project Manager at Technik Net GmbH
- Part-time
- Home office
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Statistics of experts using FDDI
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
35 years
Position duration
1.7 years
Positions per freelancer
36
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Operations
Top industries
Information Technology, Energy, Telecommunication
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
67%
Master's degree or higher
33%
Certifications per freelancer
5
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
89%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Germany using FDDI
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
FDDI basics
FDDI, or Fiber Distributed Data Interface, is a fiber-based LAN technology used for reliable backbone links and resilient campus networks. It is known for its dual-ring design and deterministic behavior. Companies still meet it in older enterprise, industrial, and public-sector environments.
Where it fits
FDDI is often part of legacy network layers that carry core traffic between buildings, wiring closets, or control rooms. It appears in environments that value redundancy, stable throughput, and long-distance fiber runs.
- Backbone connections across sites or buildings
- Legacy LAN integration and network refresh work
- Fiber ring troubleshooting and recovery planning
- Migration planning toward newer Ethernet designs
Skills that matter
Strong FDDI specialists understand ring topology, MAC behavior, optical interfaces, and fault isolation. They can read old network documentation, trace signal paths, and work across mixed vendor gear. Knowledge of SNMP, TCP/IP, and legacy switching helps them move faster.
When companies bring help
FDDI expertise is useful when a network still depends on aging fiber hardware or must be kept running during modernization. Teams often need outside help for audits, documentation cleanup, and staged replacement plans. In Germany, this is common in industrial sites, universities, utilities, and other organizations with long-lived network infrastructure.
Typical deliverables
A freelance specialist may map the existing FDDI ring, identify weak points, and document what can be replaced first. They may also support cutovers, verify failover behavior, and help translate old topology into a current network design.
What strong professionals deliver
- Clear diagrams and honest risk notes
- Safe change plans for live environments
- Practical migration steps that avoid downtime
- Documentation that operations teams can use later
The best experts are precise, calm under pressure, and comfortable with old equipment that no longer has much vendor support. They focus on continuity, not theory. That is what keeps FDDI networks stable while a company plans the next step.
Frequently asked questions
Key details about FDDI, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
FDDI is used for legacy fiber backbones, especially where networks were built for redundancy and stable inter-building links. It is still found in older campus, industrial, and public-sector environments. Companies usually bring in a specialist to keep these paths running or to plan a controlled migration.
FDDI was built around a dual-ring fiber design, while Ethernet became the simpler default for most LANs. In practice, Ethernet is what companies move to when they replace FDDI, because it is easier to extend and maintain. A good specialist can explain where the old ring can stay in service and where it should go first.
Yes. FDDI is the common abbreviation for Fiber Distributed Data Interface. Searchers may use either name, and a strong specialist should understand both the acronym and the full term when reading older drawings, manuals, or asset lists.
A strong FDDI freelancer usually also knows fiber optics, TCP/IP, SNMP, legacy switch hardware, and network documentation. Experience with ring diagnostics and change planning matters because many projects are about keeping old services online while modernizing. If the environment is mixed, comfort with Ethernet migration work is a plus.
A project needs FDDI expertise when the network still depends on the ring, when documentation is poor, or when a cutover could affect operations. It also matters if the hardware is old and vendor support is limited. In those cases, a specialist can reduce risk before any replacement work starts.
Much of FDDI planning, documentation, and troubleshooting can be done remotely if the site has good access to logs, diagrams, and local hands for checks. On-site work becomes useful when fiber paths, cabinets, or aging hardware must be inspected directly. In Germany, many teams use a mix of remote analysis and on-site visits.
Look for FDDI work that is specific, not vague: clear topology notes, realistic recovery steps, and a migration plan that fits the live environment. Good professionals explain what is still in service, what can fail, and what should be replaced first. They also write documentation that operations teams can actually use.
Besides FDDI, searchers often use the full name Fiber Distributed Data Interface. In older documentation you may also see it described as a fiber ring or a dual-ring backbone, depending on the site and vendor. A specialist who has worked with legacy infrastructure should recognize those references quickly.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used FDDI in their recent projects is 114 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 909 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used FDDI in their recent projects, 67% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 33% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used FDDI in their recent projects have 35 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used FDDI in their recent projects are German (100%), English (89%), and French (22%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used FDDI in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Energy (89%), and Telecommunication (89%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used FDDI in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (100%), and Operations (89%).
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